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Remove cap 1 by the tab.
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Add washer fluid.
Keeping the air-water duct free
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Keep the area between the hood and the
windshield free of deposits, e.g. ice, snow
and leaves.
Cleaning and care
Notes on washing the vehicle in a car wash
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WARNING Risk of accident due to
reduced braking effect after washing the
vehicle
The braking effect is reduced after washing
the vehicle.
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After the vehicle has been washed,
brake carefully while paying attention to
the traffic conditions until the braking
effect has been fully restored.
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NOTE Damage due to unsuitable car
wash
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Before driving into a car wash make
sure that the car wash is suitable for
the vehicle dimensions.
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Ensure there is sufficient ground clear‐
ance between the underbody and the
guide rails of the car wash.
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Ensure that the clearance width of the
car wash, in particular the width of the
guide rails, is sufficient.
To avoid damage to your vehicle when using a
car wash, ensure the following beforehand:
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Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC and the
HOLD function are deactivated.
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The 360° Camera or the rear view camera is
switched off.
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The side windows and sliding sunroof are
completely closed.
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The blower for the ventilation/heating is
switched off.
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The windshield wiper switch is in position
g.
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In car washes with a conveyor system: neu‐
tral i is engaged.
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The SmartKey is at a distance of at least
10 ft (3 m) away from the vehicle, otherwise
the trunk lid could open unintentionally.
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